SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME, PTDF

2011/2012 PTDF SCHOLARSHIP SCHEME In pursuit of its mandate the PTDF is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates for its MSc and PhD Scholarships as well as Undergraduate, under the PTDF scholarship scheme. Scholarships will be awarded for studies in areas listed below, in the United Kingdom and upgraded Universities in Nigeria for the 2011/2012 session. However, the undergraduate level will be awarded for studies in Nigeria only.
Application forms can be accessed online using an ATM card or through purchase of a scratch card from designated major branches of First Bank of Nigeria Plc and Skye Bank Plc in all state capitals and FCT, upon the payment of a NON-REFUNDABLE sum of N1,000 (One Thousand Naira Only). Instructions on how to access the form online is clearly stated on the backside of the cards.
PTDF however wishes to inform all its esteemed applicants that its Overseas Scholarship Scheme was instituted as a short term measure to address identified skills gaps, pending the outcome of the various capacity building efforts being made to enable our domestic universities effectively handle the onerous task of grooming qualitative professionals in the oil and gas related disciplines. With the numerous upgrade programmes executed by the Fund in some Federal Universities in Nigeria, the Fund intends to shift emphasis to training Nigerians in-country from next session. Consequently, only a limited number of candidates will be sponsored overseas and the rest in Nigerian Universities listed below.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
LIST OF NIGERIAN UNIVERSITIES:
African University of Science and Technology – Petroleum Eng
Institute of Petroleum Studies, Port Harcourt
University of Port Harcourt- Gas Eng
University of Ibadan- Petroleum Eng
University of Nigeria Nsukka- Geology
University of Benin- Renewable Energy
University of Jos- Mining & Geology
University of Maiduguri – Geology
Ahmadu Bello University – Chemical Eng
Usman Dan Fodio University – Industrial Chemistry
Federal University of Technology, Owerri – Applied Chemistry
Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife – Geology
University of Calabar – Applied Chemistry
University of Uyo – Chemical & Petroleum Eng
Bayero University Kano – Electrical Eng
Federal University of Technology, Minna – Chemical Eng
University of Ilorin – Geology & Mineral Science
Applicants are hereby advised to note that only those who meet the requirements below shall be shortlisted and invited for Electronic Aptitude Test for Undergraduate and MSc, while oral interview will be conducted for PhD applicants on dates to be announced later. After the aptitude tests and interviews, the best qualified candidates will be selected and awarded PTDF Scholarships. PLEASE NOTE THAT UNDERGRADUATE APPLICANTS MUST BE IN THEIR 2ND YEAR IN ANY OF THE LISTED NIGERIAN UNIVERSITIES, WHILE THE POSSESSION OF A VALID UNIVERSITY ADMISSION LETTER IS COMPULSORY FOR ALL PHD APPLICANTS. PTDF will assist successful MSc candidates in securing admission into suitable Universities (within and outside Nigeria)
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
A. UNDER GRADUATE (Nigeria Only)
Possession of 5 credits in WAEC/SSCE/NECO including English Language and Mathematics
Must have concluded the 1st year of their study in any of the PTDF upgraded Federal Universities listed above.
Must have scored a minimum CGPA of 3.0 on scale of 5 or 4.5 on a scale of 7 in their 1st Year.
Must scan and attach a copy of their admission letter
Students admitted into the University through Direct Entry i.e. 200 level must have either of the following:
Minimum f Upper Credit at the Diploma level
Minimum of 10 points in interim Joint Matriculation Board (I.J.M.B) examination.
Minimum of 8 points at the Advanced Level General Certificate of Education (G.C.E).
B. MSc (Nigeria and Overseas)
A minimum of Second Class Upper (2.1) in an Oil and Gas related field OR a 2.2 with oil and gas industry experience
National Youth Service (NYSC) certificate
Applicants must be computer literate
Possession of O/level or credit in English language in WAEC, GCE and SSCE and
Applicants must not be above 35 years of age Applicants without credit in English language as in (4) above but possess any of the following may apply
Test of English language as a foreign language (TOEFL)
G.R.E (Graduate Record Examination)
GMAT –for Management related courses
International English Language Testing systems (IEL TS) Applicants are advised to scan copies of the following documents and attach to their online application forms:
First Degree Certificate or Statement of Result
NYSC discharge certificate
WAEC/GCE/SSCE/NECO Results or provide PIN numbers on their application forms to enable PTDF view on the relevant authority’s website; and
Recent Passport Photograph
C. PHD (Nigeria and Overseas)
Applicants must be in the academics teaching oil and gas related discipline;
Applicants must possess minimum of 2.2 on first degree and a good second degree certificate;
Applicants must submit a research proposal relevant to the oil and gas industry (of not more than 5 pages) to include: Topic, introduction, objective, methodology and mode of data collection;
Applicants must include valid admission letter;
Applicants must not be over 40 years of age; and;
Applicants must include their masters degree project
LIST OF APPROVED COURSES FOR SPONSORSHIP
Applied Instrumentation and Control
Asset Engineering
Basin Evolution and Dynamics
Bio fuels Development
Computing
Diving and Underwater Technology
Energy Systems Engineering
Environmental Engineering
Environmental Remote Sensing
Fire & Explosion Engineering
Gas Engineering and Management
Gas Pipeline Economics & Engineering
Health Safety and Environment
Marine Computational Fluid Dynamics
Maritime Operations
Naval Architecture & ocean Engineering
Occupational Health & Safety
Occupational Health and Safety
Offshore and Ocean Technology
Offshore Engineering
Petroleum , Gas & Energy Engineering
Petroleum Downstream Technology
Pipeline Engineering
Power Plant Engineering
Purchasing and Supply Chain Management
Refinery Design and Operations
Remote sensing and computing
Safety Engineering and Risk Management
Subsea Engineering
Thermal Power (Gas Turbine Option)
Welding Engineering
B. PhD PRIORITY RESEARCH AREAS The PhD research areas in addition to the afore-listed MSc program areas may also include any of the following related areas:
Environmental Studies and HSE (Health, Safety and Environment).
Marginal Fields Development.
Flow Assurance and Pipeline Engineering.
Geology and Petroleum Geology.
Civil and Marine Engineering.
Renewable Energy.
Reservoir Engineering/Production Technology.
Refining Technology.
Ship Building & Marine Technology.
PLEASE NOTE THAT:
RECIPIENTS OF A SIMILAR SCHOLARSHIP NEED NOT APPLY
CANDIDATES WHO ATTAIN THE HIGHEST SCORES MAY BE PLACED IN UK UNIVERSITIES OVER OTHERS WHO PERFORM LESS.
CANDIDATES WHO ALREADY POSSESS A MASTER’S DEGREE SHOULD NOT APPLY FOR MSC PROGRAMME, BUT ARE QUALIFIED TO APPLY FOR THE PHD.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS 31 JANUARY 2011.
Signed Management
CLICK LINK TO APPLY
http://ptdf.cinfores.com/

UNDP LATEST JOB

CONSULTANT: ELECTIONS RESULTS MANAGEMENT EXPERT
LOCATION: ABUJA, NIGERIA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 10-JAN-11
TYPE OF CONTRACT: SSA
POST LEVEL: INTERNATIONAL CONSULTANT
LANGUAGES REQUIRED: ENGLISH
STARTING DATE: (DATE WHEN THE SELECTED CANDIDATE IS EXPECTED TO START) 17-JAN-2011
DURATION OF INITIAL CONTRACT: 3 MONTHS
EXPECTED DURATION OF ASSIGNMENT:    3 MONTHS REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
A minimum of an advanced university degree in the field of Economic Science, Management, Business Administration or any other discipline relevant to the related subject.
At least ten years progressive professional experience in the work of operational support across different regional settings and in a field environment, with a minimum of 5 years in the field of communications;
Familiarity with Nigeria an added advantage
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
CLICK LINK TO APPLY
http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?job_id=20696

IITA CAREERS

SIDA PROJECT REGIONAL POSITIONS (REF: DDG-R4D/SIDA/RLP/12/10) BACKGROUND:
IITA is an international non-profit research-for-development (R4D) organization created in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and supported primarily by the Consultative Group of International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). Our R4D is anchored on the development needs of sub-Saharan Africa. We develop agricultural solutions with our partners to tackle hunger and poverty by reducing producer and consumer risks, enhancing crop quality and productivity, and generating wealth from agriculture. We have more than 100 internationally recruited scientists from about 35 countries and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa. Please visit http://www.iita.org/ for more information on IITA.
IITA intends to implement a project entitled: Making Agricultural Innovations Work for Smallholder Farmers Affected by HIV and AIDS in Southern Africa (MIRACLE). The overall objectives of the project are to contribute towards sustainable livelihoods of People Living With HIV and AIDS (PLWHIV) in Southern Africa and to improve their health and nutritional status, food security and income through the production, consumption and marketing of nutritionally-enhanced crop and livestock products, lobbying for supportive agricultural and health policies, and strengthening the capacity of key stakeholders engaged in agricultural activities.
IITA is looking for suitably qualified persons to fill the following positions:
1. PROJECT MANAGER: The Project Manager will monitor the day-to-day management and coordination of the project in the region in consultation with technical scientists on the project and the Project Management Team (PMT).
THE PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:
Provide management and research leadership.
Preparation of budgets and financial reports.
Making necessary arrangements and workout logistics for project workshops, meetings, and monitoring tours.
Working out logistics for all training activities planned under this project.
Implementing administrative decisions taken by the PMT.
Serving as a link person between IITA and project partners through National Project Management Teams.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: The candidate should have a postgraduate degree (MSc) and relevant experience in project management.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Excellent leadership, management, interpersonal, and team building skills.
Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team in a cross-cultural environment.
Fluency in oral and written English and working knowledge of Portuguese is an advantage.
Knowledge of southern Africa and good contacts with NARS scientists in the region is also an added advantage.
2. TECHNOLOGY DISSEMINATION SPECIALIST: The successful candidate will work with other project experts to promote productivity-enhancing and resource-saving technologies in smallholder farms.
THE PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:
Providing leadership in designing, planning and implementation of on-farm trials and demonstrations of soil, crop and livestock management technologies in farming communities.
Providing technical backstopping to community based organisations for on farm testing, community-based seed multiplication, community animal health workers and dissemination schemes of improved technologies.
Organizing and leading training courses for different stakeholders as necessary.
Compiling, collating and preparing of technical reports.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Post graduate degree (MSc or PhD) in agronomy or extension with experience in on-farm testing and transfer of technologies.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Proven skills and experience in agronomy or extension research.
Proven skills and experience in the use of participatory research and extension approaches.
Good scientific publication record.
Computer literacy and statistical data analysis capabilities.
Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team in a cross-cultural environment.
Ability to work with smallholder producers and processors.
Fluency in oral and written English and working knowledge of Portuguese is an advantage.
Knowledge of southern Africa and good contacts with NARS scientists in the region is also an added advantage.
2. NUTRITIONIST: The successful candidate will provide technical expertise in nutrition and health-related activities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:
Providing leadership in designing, planning and implementation of activities relating to nutrition and health improvement.
Providing technical backstopping to countries on nutrition and health improvement activities.
Organizing and leading training courses for different stakeholders as necessary.
Compiling, collating and preparing of technical reports.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Post graduate degree (MSc or PhD) in nutrition with experience in transfer of technologies.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Proven skills and experience in nutrition or food science research.
Proven skills and experience in the use of participatory research and extension approaches.
Good scientific publication record.
Computer literacy and statistical data analysis capabilities.
Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team in a cross-cultural environment.
Ability to work with smallholder producers and processors.
Fluency in oral and written English and working knowledge of Portuguese is an advantage.
Knowledge of southern Africa and good contacts with NARS scientists in the region is also an added advantage.
DUTY STATION: Lusaka, Zambia. Frequent travel within Africa is expected.
GENERAL INFORMATION: Initial appointment is for three years.
TO APPLY
APPLICATIONS: Applications including curriculum vitae, names and addresses of three referees should be addressed to the Human Resources Manager. Please complete our online application form using this link: http://old.iita.org/cms/details/job_application.aspx
CLOSING DATE: Applications will be screened from 7th January 2011.
IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from women candidates.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

EXXON MOBIL JOBS OPPORTUNITY

AUTOREQID: 8804BR
JOB OR CAMPUS FOLDER: 2011 GLOBAL GEOSCIENCE CAMPUS*
JOB DESCRIPTION DEGREE/DISCIPLINE NEEDED
MS or PhD Geology, quantitative background advantageous
MS or PhD Geophysics, geologic background advantageous WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
A diverse group of talented geoscientists with the ability to integrate knowledge, ideas and skills to solve geologic problems across exploration, and production functions; Judgement and speed in application of geoscience tools and techniques; and, a desire to maintain their competitive advantage through advanced training and superior technological understanding.
EXPLORATION AND PRODUCTION GEOLOGISTS AND GEOPHYSICISTS
ExxonMobil is interested in finding outstanding scientists who have a strong fundamental background in the earth sciences, physical sciences, and mathematics. We have excellent proprietary capabilities in teaching petroleum science and technology, and therefore do not require new geoscientists to have any prior petroleum course work or experience. There is, however, a requirement for demonstrated leadership, adaptability, teamwork, excellent communication skills in English, and a commitment to high safety and ethical standards. The company regards its global and long-term approach to hiring and career development as the foundation of its future success as a company, and as a source of great opportunity for scientists who want to grow their skills and capabilities for a long-term career.
RESEARCHERS
Geoscience careers with ExxonMobil also offer the opportunity to perform basic and applied research in seeking new ways to find and recover petroleum supplies. Our research programs reflect exploration and production business strategies; for example, pursuing attractive exploration opportunities, developing production from new fields, and maximizing economic recovery from existing fields. We maintain close relationships with ExxonMobil operating organizations around the world. A primary means for transferring technology to ExxonMobil operations is through research applications in which results of recent research are applied to a wide range of exploration and production problems. In many cases, these technical experts are made available to ExxonMobil operating organizations through temporary or regular assignments.
INTERNSHIPS
ExxonMobil is dedicated to an ongoing recruiting program and our geoscience internship is one avenue we pursue to find qualified candidates. Each year, ExxonMobil hires bright and energetic students who are participating in an MS or Ph.D. program. Internships are available year round.
TYPICAL WORK LOCATION
Initial assignments in exploration, production, development or research are typically in Houston, Texas. Longer-term assignments could be in Houston or one of our international offices located around the globe.
TYPICAL STARTING OPPORTUNITIES
Geoscientists with ExxonMobil have the opportunity to develop a wide range of skills and expertise throughout their careers. Multiple assignments in operations and/or research ensure the needed breadth and depth of experience and expertise for success. Geoscientists have opportunities to develop broad backgrounds necessary to do exploration and production mapping and prospecting or to specialize in various technical aspects of the exploration and production process.
TYPICAL ASSIGNMENTS
OPERATIONS
Exploration assignments are done at the prospect to play scales and focus on discovering and assessing new fields. Regional/frontier teams integrate data on play to basin scales to identify areas for future exploration or to better define an existing exploration trend. New opportunity teams typically work in areas where new concessions or discoveries have been made to test new prospects of confirm existing discoveries to determine whether or when production operations should commence.
Production assignments are done at the reservoir to field scales and focus on defining, developing and depleting new or mature exiting fields. A strong emphasis in these assignments will be to build skills in integrating and interpreting geological and geophysical data, such as core/cuttings, fluids, outcrops, and seismic, using advanced mapping, interpretation, modeling and other techniques.
Development assignments are in projects transitioning from exploration to production and the experiences and skills learned will be a combination of both.
RESEARCH
Fundamental and applied research opportunities also exist for PhD applicants in three general areas:
Hydrocarbon systems research includes, geochemistry, basin evolution, structural dynamics, petrophysics and geomechanics
Reservoir performance prediction research includes controls on flow in clastic and carbonate reservoirs, geologic modeling and visualization
Geophysics research includes advanced processing, acquisition, interpretation and modeling of seismic and other geophysical data
Research in all areas includes a significant component of field studies and takes advantage of state-of-the-art analytical and experimental laboratories and processing and numerical modeling capabilities.
COUNTRY OR REGION: CANADA, NIGERIA, UNITED KINGDOM & USA
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: University Student Seeking Full-Time Employment
TO APPLY
WEBSITE: http://www.exxonmobil.com/Nigeria-English/HR/HR_Nigeria_jobs.asp
GO TO: ADVERTISED JOB POSITIONS
CLICK ON: SEARCH OPENINGS
USE THIS ID TO SEARCH: 8804BR AND APPLY

ALPTI VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

ALPTI (new production school in Africa) is seeking a web design assistant to join her team. This will be a part-time job to start with and will become full time down the line. You will be responsible for creating websites from templates and from scratch using different software. You will be reporting to the Director and monitored by the Project Manager for Africa. QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Higher education (Polytechnic, College, University)
2. Good command of English
3. Strong work ethic/fast worker
4. Understand the concept of web design, use of templates and graphic design
TO APPLY
Please send resume/cover letter to humanresources@alpti.com

IT TRAINING & SERVICING COMPANY RECRUITMENT

An I.T training and service company situate in Lagos, requires the services of the following on a contract basis:
TRAINERS:
1. Oracle Database
2. Oracle Financial
3. Project Management Professional (PMP)
4. PRINCE 2
5. ITIL
6. CCNA/ CCNP
7. Java
8. Visual Basic.Net
9. Visual C#.Net
10. MCITP.
For trainers, certification and a minimum of 2 years training experience is mandatory.
OTHERS:
1. RECEPTIONIST
2. MARKETERS
3. OFFICE ASSISTANT.
TO APPLY
All applications should be forwarded to career@ivorysolutions.net latest two weeks from the date of this post. Interviews begin shortly after.